Beginners Course

BEGINNER COURSE INFORMATION

LESSON SCHEDULE

  • Lessons are for 45 minutes and take place weekly for an 8-week period.
  • Date choices and lesson start times are available on the application form.
  • Dates are allocated on a first come first served basis and priority is given to members.

LESSON STRUCTURE

A Club Instructor or Club-approved Instructor conducts all lessons in groups of 4-5 students.

  • Two of the lessons are un-mounted, and will focus on horse handling and stable sense, the remaining six will all be on horseback.
  • Group allocation will be based on age, ability and availability.
  • Class sizes will vary but are typically 4-5 students.
  • You are requested to arrive 15 minutes prior to your lesson start time to allow for sufficient time to find your instructor/ horse and be ready for the lesson to start promptly.

HORSES

We have 24 horses and ponies in the school yard, varying in size, skill level and of course temperament. You will be allocated a horse/pony each week, and this may or may not be the same each week. Allocation is based on: -

  • Your ability and experience
  • Availability of horses
  • Your age, weight & height

ATTIRE

Safety is our key concern, and all riders must come properly attired in riding clothing. This must include: -

  • Equestrian Safety Helmet (can be loaned from club)
  • Riding boots (short or long) or shoes with heels
  • Jodhpurs/ breeches or long trousers
  • A short or long sleeved top (sleeveless tops are not allowed for riding)

COURSE FEES

The complete set of 8 lessons costs $520 plus GST (total $556.40)

  • Fees must be paid in full prior to commencement of lessons. Crossed cheques should be made payable to Bukit Timah Saddle Club.
  • Refunds will not be given for unused/unattended lessons.
  • In the event of rain, lessons will continue unless t here is a threat to the safety of either the horse, rider or instructor due to lightning, excessive water, etc.

ELIGIBILITY

The course is open Members & Non- Members who have no or little riding experience.

  • Minimum age is seven years old, maximum weight is 95kg, and the minimum height is 1metre.
  • Please complete both the Beginner’s Application Form, and the Waiver of Indemnity form prior to commencement of course and return to the Riding Section together with payment.

The course is offered on a one time basis only. We hope that you will want to continue riding following the completion of the course, in which case you can do so by signing up for one of our membership options.

Click here to download Beginners Course Form